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FAA 1330 - Survey of American Music

Credits: 4
A survey of American music from the colonial era to the present, examining folk, popular, art, sacred, and secular music traditions in the United States within their cultural and historical contexts. A comprehensive survey of major trends in American musical history and a collective critical assessment of how Americans tell the story of their own musical heritage. Emphasis is placed on discussion, critical assessment of sources, and developing active listening skills. Satisfies a Humanities distribution requirement.
Fulfills: Humanities distribution requirement. AL and X in LS Core.